Patrick has over 35 years of experience managing exploration, development, and production activities in the western United States, with a focus on gold-copper systems.

His previous roles include serving as the USA Exploration Manager for SSR Mining and Chief Geologist at Twin Creeks and Phoenix Mines in Nevada with Newmont. Additionally, he has held various exploration and development positions with Santa Fe Pacific Gold.

Patrick holds a B.Sc. in Geological Sciences from Sonoma State University.